Large Recall NHTSA · 77V245000 Reported December 30, 1977

Fuel:throttle linkages:accelerator:flexible

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. · Vehicle Speed Control · 219,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
77V245000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicles Affected
219,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 30, 1977

Defect Summary

The accelerator cable assembly in the involved vehicles could fail prematurely under certain operating conditions. This would either prevent the accelerator pedal from returning to the idle position or cause a loss of adequate engine power.

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a new accelerator cable, without charge to owner.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 77V245000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 77V245000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 77V245000?

NHTSA recall 77V245000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on December 30, 1977. It addresses: Fuel:throttle linkages:accelerator:flexible. The recall affects approximately 219,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 77V245000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.